Shelagh O'Brien
Director
ON - Ontario District Council
One of Canada's most respected and distinguished live TV directors. Her award-winning portfolio includes international galas, ceremonies and specials - programs with global superstars that have been viewed by millions. She is a passionate and
celebrated leader with a multi-faceted career.
A 41-year veteran of hundreds of live, national broadcasts in every possible genre, Shelagh brings a calm demeanour, a deep background in dance, choreography and photography and a passion for detail. She thrives in the complexities and challenges
and inspires through vision, fearlessness and excellence.
Her highly diverse career allows her to adapt creatively and seamlessly. A gift for perceptive storytelling and an enthusiastic nature result in programs that entertain,
inform and connect.
Canadian Screen Awards / Gemini Awards:
31 Nominations & 9 Wins as "Best Director" in
Variety, Comedy, Drama, Reality, Performing Arts and
Lifestyle
Canadian Comedy Awards:
3 Nominations & 1 Win "Best Director"
AMPIA (Rosie) Awards:
1 Nomination, 1 Win "Best Director"
celebrated leader with a multi-faceted career.
A 41-year veteran of hundreds of live, national broadcasts in every possible genre, Shelagh brings a calm demeanour, a deep background in dance, choreography and photography and a passion for detail. She thrives in the complexities and challenges
and inspires through vision, fearlessness and excellence.
Her highly diverse career allows her to adapt creatively and seamlessly. A gift for perceptive storytelling and an enthusiastic nature result in programs that entertain,
inform and connect.
Canadian Screen Awards / Gemini Awards:
31 Nominations & 9 Wins as "Best Director" in
Variety, Comedy, Drama, Reality, Performing Arts and
Lifestyle
Canadian Comedy Awards:
3 Nominations & 1 Win "Best Director"
AMPIA (Rosie) Awards:
1 Nomination, 1 Win "Best Director"
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Next Step, The - Season 9
TV Series 2023, Director
Next Step, The - Season 8
TV Series 2022, Director
Next Step, The - Season 7
TV Series 2019, Director
Beaverton, The - Digital
New Media 2018
Beaverton, The - Season 3
TV Series 2018, Director
Beaverton, The - Season 2
TV Series 2017, Director
Beaverton, The - Season 1
TV Series 2016, Director
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